Instructor, Process Technology at Delgado Community College

Job no: 495559

Work type: Faculty Full-Time

Location: New Orleans, LA

Categories: Academic Affairs, Science and Mathematics

College: DCC

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Science and Mathematics

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction & Teaching:

Teach a full load (typically 15 credit hours per semester or equivalent contact hours) in Process Technology and related disciplines

Process operations

Safety, health, and environmental practices

Instrumentation and control systems

Process equipment (pumps, valves, heat exchangers, distillation)

Utilize lab equipment, simulators, and industry-standard technologies

Develop and maintain course syllabi aligned with master course templates and learning outcomes

Incorporate active learning, competency-based instruction, and industry scenarios

Ensure compliance with SACSCOC, LCTCS, and institutional academic standards

Curriculum & Program Development:

Participate in curriculum design, revision, and alignment with industry needs

Support development of stackable credentials (CTC, CTS, TD, AAS)

Integrate industry-based credentials (IBCs) where applicable

Student Support & Engagement:

Provide academic advising and mentoring to students

Maintain regular office hours

Support student retention and completion initiatives

Participate in recruitment, outreach, and dual enrollment activities

Assessment & Accreditation

Participate in program assessment and continuous improvement processes

Maintain documentation for accreditation and program review

Track and report student learning outcomes and workforce placement data

Industry & Community Engagement

Maintain strong relationships with local industry partners (refineries, chemical plants, energy sector)

Participate in advisory committee meetings

Facilitate internships, apprenticeships, and job placement opportunities

Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and safety standards

Institutional Service

Serve on college committees

Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and institutional initiatives

Support compliance with safety and institutional policies

Required Education : Education:

Associate degree in Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or closely related field AND

Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree in a related field AND

Minimum of 3 years of industry experience

Required Experience : Industry Experience:

Direct experience in petrochemical, refining, manufacturing, or process operations environment.

Experience with process systems, safety procedures, and industrial equipment

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Industrial process systems, including petrochemical and refining operations

OSHA safety standards and industrial safety practices

Process instrumentation and control systems (PLC/DCS exposure preferred)

Equipment operation: pumps, compressors, distillation columns, heat exchangers

Skills

Effective classroom and laboratory instruction

Ability to translate complex industrial processes into teachable concepts

Strong communication (written and verbal)

Use of instructional technologies (LMS such as Canvas, PTEC simulation software)

Classroom and lab management

Abilities

Work effectively with diverse student populations

Maintain safe laboratory environments

Collaborate with faculty, staff, and industry partners

Adapt instruction for multiple delivery formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online)

Maintain currency in a rapidly evolving industrial field

Preferred Education : Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or closely related field a related field AND

Minimum of 3 years of industry experience

Preferred Experience : Prior teaching or training experience (community college or industry training)

Industry certifications (e.g., NCCER, OSHA, operator certifications)

Experience with simulators (e.g., process simulation software)

Experience with PLCs, DCS systems, or instrumentation

Familiarity with Louisiana workforce and LCTC systems

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Industrial process systems, including petrochemical and refining operations

OSHA safety standards and industrial safety practices

Process instrumentation and control systems (PLC/DCS exposure preferred)

Equipment operation: pumps, compressors, distillation columns, heat exchangers

Skills

Effective classroom and laboratory instruction

Ability to translate complex industrial processes into teachable concepts

Strong communication (written and verbal)

Use of instructional technologies (LMS such as Canvas, PTEC simulation software)

Classroom and lab management

Abilities

Work effectively with diverse student populations

Maintain safe laboratory environments

Collaborate with faculty, staff, and industry partners

Adapt instruction for multiple delivery formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online)

Maintain currency in a rapidly evolving industrial field

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, DCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. DCC is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. DCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Advertised: 22 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time

Applications close: 05 Jul 2026 Central Daylight Time